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Sweet Potato Pie Cheesecake Cookies

These delightful cookies combine the rich taste of sweet potatoes with creamy cheesecake filling and warm spice flavors, making them a perfect fall treat for gatherings or family dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup softened butter Make sure the butter is at room temperature.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For the Sweet Potato Filling
  • 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes Canned sweet potato puree can be used for convenience.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz softened cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  2. Add eggs and vanilla to this mixture.
  3. In another bowl, combine dry ingredients, then gradually mix them into the wet mixture.
  4. Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
Prepare the Fillings
  1. In a separate bowl, blend the mashed sweet potatoes with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and vanilla.
  2. In another bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until creamy.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Scoop out dough, flatten it, and add layers of the cheesecake and sweet potato fillings.
  3. Seal the dough around the fillings and repeat until all dough is used.
  4. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
Cool and Serve
  1. Let the cookies cool slightly before enjoying.

Notes

Serve cookies warm or at room temperature, pairing well with coffee or tea. They can also be enjoyed with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat. To store, keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.